Senior Migration Crisis Analyst At International Organization for Migration

Position Title : Senior Migration Crisis Analyst

Duty Station : Geneva, Switzerland

Classification : Professional Staff, Grade P4

Type of Appointment : Fixed term, one year with possibility of extension

Estimated Start Date : As soon as possible

Closing Date : 16 September 2021

Established in 1951, IOM is a Related Organization of the United Nations, and as the leading UN agency in the field of migration, works closely with governmental, intergovernmental and non-governmental partners. IOM is dedicated to promoting humane and orderly migration for the benefit of all. It does so by providing services and advice to governments and migrants.

IOM is committed to a diverse and inclusive work environment. Read more about diversity and inclusion at IOM at www.iom.int/diversity.

Applications are welcome from first- and second-tier candidates, particularly qualified female candidates as well as applications from the non-represented member countries of IOM. For all IOM vacancies, applications from qualified and eligible first-tier candidates are considered before those of qualified and eligible second-tier candidates in the selection process.

For the purpose of this vacancy, the following are considered first-tier candidates:

1. Internal candidates
2. External female candidates:
3. Candidate from the following non-represented member states:

Antigua and Barbuda; Aruba (Netherlands); Botswana; Cabo Verde; Comoros; Congo (the); Cook Islands; Cuba; Fiji; Gabon; Guinea-Bissau; Guyana; Holy See; Iceland; Kingdom of Eswatini; Kiribati; Lao People’s Democratic Republic (the); Latvia; Libya; Luxembourg; Marshall Islands; Micronesia (Federated States of); Montenegro; Namibia; Nauru; Palau; Saint Kitts and Nevis; Saint Lucia; Saint Vincent and the Grenadines; Samoa; Sao Tome and Principe; Seychelles; Solomon Islands; Suriname; The Bahamas; Timor-Leste; Tonga; Tuvalu; Vanuatu

Second tier candidates include:

All external candidates, except candidates from non-represented member states of IOM and female candidates.

Context:

The Department of Operations and Emergencies (DOE) coordinates IOM’s participation in humanitarian responses, as well as its movement and resettlement operations. It is the Organizational focal point for IOM’s crisis related work in the areas of preparedness, risk reduction, prevention, protection, emergency response, protracted displacement, and post-crisis transition and recovery. The Department provides strategic recommendations on both policy and operational decision-making and provides guidance to field operations on project development and implementation and inter-agency coordination related to forced migration, large population movements, and mixed flows including protracted internal and cross-border displacement and refugee situations.

The Director’s Office coordinates among the divisions in the development of principled approaches and strategic documents, provides oversight of cross-divisional initiatives, and ensures IOM’s crisis-related priorities are aptly reflected in internal and external systems and processes.

Under the overall and direct supervision of the Director, Department of Operations and Emergencies (DOE), the successful candidate brings strategic and institutional coherence across the Department’s specialized divisions. S/he represents the Department in whole of Organization contexts and institutional business processes. With the support of a small team, the incumbent will:

Core Functions / Responsibilities:

1. Develop, or contribute to institutional policies, frameworks, strategies, and other materials in coordination with DOE Heads and the Deputy Director, drafting publication-ready research, reports, articles as well as high-level talking points and institutional statements; providing methodological guidance and quality assurance to colleagues or consultants drafting such outputs.
2. Input into UN and other partner strategic documents, including General Assembly resolutions and global initiatives to ensure Organizational visibility and positioning of IOM’s crisis-related work, and lending technical expertise, upon request, on the mobility dimensions of crisis into national policies, papers or action plans, coordinating among Division Heads as appropriate.
3. Undertake policy and strategic analysis related to the mobility dimensions of crisis, working within often sudden and limited timeframes, identifying and advising on follow-up measures, and coordinating or implementing the required steps, as appropriate;
4. Manage, coordinate and oversee Departmental contributions to institutional processes (e.g. results-based management, reporting, risks assessments, training development, website reviews and portal and platform development) and lead certain special initiatives and projects, such as the IOM-wide contribution to GP20.
5. Serve as focal point in representing the mobility dimensions of crisis and Departmental priorities in standing and ad hoc Organizational advisory boards, working groups etc. (e.g. EMM2, MGI, TAC, strategic planning group, capacity development initiative, among others as they emerge) and integrating relevant outcomes into Departmental approaches.
6. Advance IOM leadership in the multi-stakeholder GP2.0 Steering Group and chair the internal High-Level Panel on Internal Displacement reference group, to consolidate IOM’s strategic positioning on internal displacement.
7. Liaise with IOM special liaison offices (NY, Addis), DOE regional thematic specialists (RTS) and other IOM offices on Departmental priorities and initiatives, providing support (and developing supportive materials and tools where there is need), as well as soliciting their input for HQ-led deliverables.
8. Represent the DOE Director and/or Deputy Director in key inter-departmental and inter-agency processes, as required.
9. Perform such other duties as may be assigned.

Required Qualifications and Experience:

Education

• Master’s degree in Political or Social Sciences, Business Administration, International Relations, Law, or a related field from an accredited academic institution with seven years of relevant professional experience; or,

• University degree in the above fields with nine years of relevant professional experience.

Experience

• Experience in the development of policies, frameworks and other strategic documents or tools;

• Demonstrated expertise on the mobility dimensions of crisis, and relating it to other domains such as migration management, 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development, urbanization, climate change, etc., is an asset;

• Experience with strategic engagement in global processes or initiatives, within and outside the UN system, as well as in liaising with governmental authorities, other national/ international institutions, and NGOs.

Skills

• Strong writing and analysis skills, published work an asset;

• Demonstrated capacity in problem-solving and creative thinking;

• Knowledge of ongoing IOM institutional processes, initiatives and requirements are an asset;

• Demonstrated capacity in management and/or coordination of processes and initiatives among diverse teams, and proven leadership in multistakeholder environments.

Languages

IOM’s official languages are English, French, and Spanish.

External applicants for all positions in the Professional category are required to be proficient in English and have at least a working knowledge of one additional UN Language (French, Spanish, Arabic, Russian or Chinese).

For all applicants, fluency in English is required (oral and written). Working knowledge of French and/or Spanish is an advantage.

Proficiency of language(s) required will be specifically evaluated during the selection process, which may include written and/or oral assessments.

Notes

1 Accredited Universities are the ones listed in the UNESCO World Higher Education Database

(https://whed.net/home.php).

Required Competencies:

Values – all IOM staff members must abide by and demonstrate these three values:

• Inclusion and respect for diversity: respects and promotes individual and cultural differences; encourages diversity and inclusion wherever possible.

• Integrity and transparency: maintains high ethical standards and acts in a manner consistent with organizational principles/rules and standards of conduct.

• Professionalism: demonstrates ability to work in a composed, competent and committed manner and exercises careful judgment in meeting day-to-day challenges.

Core Competencies – behavioural indicators level 3

• Teamwork: develops and promotes effective collaboration within and across units to achieve shared goals and optimize results.

• Delivering results: produces and delivers quality results in a service-oriented and timely

manner; is action oriented and committed to achieving agreed outcomes.

• Managing and sharing knowledge: continuously seeks to learn, share knowledge and innovate.

• Accountability: takes ownership for achieving the Organization’s priorities and assumes responsibility for own action and delegated work.

• Communication: encourages and contributes to clear and open communication; explains complex matters in an informative, inspiring and motivational way.

Managerial Competencies – behavioural indicators level 3

• Leadership: provides a clear sense of direction, leads by example and demonstrates the ability to carry out the organization’s vision; assists others to realize and develop their potential.

• Empowering others & building trust: creates an atmosphere of trust and an enabling environment where staff can contribute their best and develop their potential.

• Strategic thinking and vision: works strategically to realize the Organization’s goals and communicates a clear strategic direction.

IOM’s competency framework can be found at this link. https://www.iom.int/sites/default/files/about-iom/iom_revised_competency_framework_external.p

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Competencies will be assessed during a competency-based interview.

Other:

Internationally recruited professional staff are required to be mobile.

Any offer made to the candidate in relation to this vacancy notice is subject to funding confirmation.

This selection process may be used to staff similar positions in various duty stations. Recommended candidates endorsed by the Appointments and Postings Board will remain eligible to be appointed in a similar position for a period of 24 months.

The list of NMS countries above includes all IOM Member States which are non-represented in the Professional Category of staff members.

Appointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment, accreditation, any residency or visa requirements, and security clearances.

Vacancies close at 23:59 local time Geneva, Switzerland on the respective closing date. No late applications will be accepted.